Hi All,

Not much time for music these days, but wanted to share something new. I will also get around to listening / commenting on all the new songs posted here.

This is called Graffiti Love.

I know love like an endless sky
It's all right when it's up high
I know you can fly so blind
But I crash and burn over time

Now baby you fill your jar with paint
You know what it is and what it ain't
You got a steady hand that's lined and tough
A connoisseur in the art of love

I know love is a war of words
It's all graffiti and absurd
I know you can trace the names
But I get stuck and place the blame

Now baby you fill your jar with paint
You know what it is and what it ain't
You got a steady hand that's lined and tough
A connoisseur in the art of love

I know love is skin and bones
It's all a graveyard all alone
I know you separate the themes
But I see the raven so it seems

Now baby you fill your jar with paint
You know what it is and what it ain't
You got a steady hand that's lined and tough
A connoisseur in the art of love

Baby you
A steady hand
In the art of love

All BIAB Tracks:
Intro / Outtro Loop: PercussionFX/Waterphone
Chorus Loop: Chillout/Chillout_dimensions_145
2474: Bass, Acoustic, Held Ev 085
2505: Piano, Electric, HeldChords 085
2914: Guitar, Acoustic, Fingerpicking Folky16thsBrent Ev16 085
832: Guitar, Electric, Rhythm, AltCountryMoody Ev 075
RealDrums: PopPromiseEv16 a:Snare on 4, HiHat, b: Snare

As always - thanks for listening!

Bob

Another great write! Always enjoy!

"You got a steady hand that's lined and tough/A connoisseur in the art of love" - what a great lyrical hook!

As soon as I saw you had a new track posted on my notifications, I had to make sure I gave it a listen tonight.

Vocal delivery and interpretation resonates your lyrics.

Bob,

Great to see you back!

Excellent write.
Perfect BAND.
An passionate vocal.
Good mix.

Really enjoyed it.

fj

Great to have you back in the writing groove. Terrific lyrics, liked the instrumentation, could've used more variety in the song structure, I think. But inimitably you, I dug it.

Lawrence,

Thanks so much.

Bob

A Dylan-esque, hymn-like layout. Builds subtle and effective. Sweet lines and imagery carried by your raspy, weary voice. The band sounds great. Much enjoyed.

HI Bob ...

Thanks for taking some time to pamper us with another classic song in the unique and wonderful style of Robert Dean. Totally loved everything about this. Your music is always among the best on the forum ... this is more proof. Best to you ...

Alan

Wow, Bob. This is the first song of yours I got to hear, and now I got to hear more. Strong mix. Love the band, the lyrics, and the vocal is outstanding.

I've been waiting for a new song from you Bob and it surely doesn't disappoint. I like especially the lyrical structure with two faces of the same scene: "I know you can fly so blind but I crash and burn over time". The band and mix work perfectly, the chorus is catchy and the lyrics flow smoothly. Percussion effects adds a nice texture.

Janne

Thank you so much!

Bob

Floyd,

That's very kind - thanks.

Bob

"you got a steady hand that's lined and tough
A connoisseur in the art of love"

Already quoted but worth another! Great line...of many.

Tangmo said: "A Dylan-esque, hymn-like layout. Builds subtle and effective..."

Couldn't agree more...if you've got something to say that can work well -- like it does here.

And, as always an emotive vocal that really carries the lyric nicely.

And, as always, a great band and mix.

Oh, and we've missed you.

J&B

What a cool intro Bob. Loved this backtrack. Fit the vocal and lyric perfectly. Well done

All round terrific stuff.
There's is the tendency for your voice to push the treatment it receives into clipping/overdrive.
I think it'd be an easy thing to fix but it does seem to be a colour you like on your voice.

Bob

Great to hear a new one from you and a really superb one at that.

Excellent vocal, lyric and production.

Peter

Thanks - much appreciated.

Bob

Tangmo,

Thanks - I appreciate that.

Bob

Bob, you are such an excellent writer! You paired great lyrics with super sounding song! Vocals sound really good! Thanks, Torrey

I really like the way you write with a poetic sensibility, but it fits the song, instead of feeling shoehorned in.

And, of course, the excellent arrangement, mix and singing.

Alan,

That is very kind of you - thanks so much.

Hope you and Di are doing well.

Bob

Yeah, a new song!!

Just great lyrics, coupled with that fabulous signature vocal sound of yours.

Cool track too, especially liked the way you used those loops.

No one does it like you, Bob, great to hear a new one!

Marty,

Very appreciated - thanks.

Bob

Thank you Janne.

Bob

Bob,

Nice to see you back with something new. I continue to be amazed with the sound and feel of your productions—they just resonate with emotion and depth. This is no exception. Gravitating, poetic lyrics that keep the listener engaged. That guitar is just magnetic. Inspiring work! Well done!

All my best,

Deej

Janice & Bud,

Thanks very much!

Bob

Scott,

Thanks so much.

Bob

Thanks Ray!

Bob

Bob,
Good to see you here with new tune! Cool backing arrangement and FX. Lyrics are very strong, combined with excellent performance makes it a great listen. Thank you for sharing.

Misha.

Peter,

Much appreciated. Thanks.

Bob

Thank you Torrey - that is very kind of you.

Bob

Bob, oh Bob. What a tune. Whenever I hear one of your songs like this, I want to write one like it!




Note: I am taking a different approach to getting re-involved and stay involved with the forum after a business-related absence. I listen to the forum in the background while I am writing and working, just to enjoy all the songs. Then, I will go to each one on a separate occasion and post the equivalent of a “Love It”—my version of a like. That is why all my comments might come at the same time, though I could have listened days ago.
This is the best way I know to stay caught up. If I feel I have to listen one song at a time and then offer a critique it makes my brain shut down. I just want to enjoy them—like I am listening to the radio.
If I post any new songs in the future, it will just be as a “radio” post—hope you enjoy it. If you do, that is cool. There is no need to post a lengthy comment.
I have been listening in my absence and all the new stuff sounds great. This will be attached to all my messages for a few weeks or a month until my new method is understood. Thanks!!

You nailed that one! Outstanding use of BIAB. Fantastic lyrics and vocals. As the one poster on this forum said, this is what emotion sounds like.

David,

Thanks - always great to hear from you.

Bob

Dave,

Thanks very much.

Bob

Deej,

Thanks - that's very nice of you.

Bob

Misha, thanks very much.

Bob

Nicely done! Loved the instrumentation, and your vocals fit into the mix perfectly. It's delightfully catchy as well, and the production is excellent. I really don't have any qualms with this one!

You should be proud - thanks for sharing

Bob,
That`s a sweet intro merging into your signature acoustic guitar with big drums sound.
Some of your best ever lyrics- could quote so many!
Excellent vocal- you have a style that`s unmistakeable and missed here.
Well done.

Robert

David,

I appreciate that - thanks!

Bob

Thank you so much - it is appreciated.

Bob

Hi, Bob !


Wonderful tune with superb lyrics
and a strong performance by you Bob !
I really liked it !

Cheers
Dani

Thank you Deryk.

Bob

Robert,

I appreciate that - thank you.

Bob

Dani, thank you!

Bob

Really cool tune Bob!! Great title, and interesting lyric. I always love the texture of your arrangements and your vocal! Nice stuff!! Take care. Greg

Greg,

Thanks - much appreciated.

Bob

Another good one Robert...
Lyrics. melody, backing tracks, & performance...
I always enjoy hearing your tunes!